A good yoga mat should walk the line between being squishy enough to take some of the pressure off your joints, while being dense enough to offer a stable foundation. Too-soft mats may be comfortable, but they’re difficult to hold a pose on — and while you can stand on a too-firm mat forever, you may end up hurting your joints. Beginners, pregnant yogis, and people with sensitive joints should consider thicker mats, which offer more support. Yogis who commute or travel a lot may prefer thinner mats that are easier to roll up and carry.

“I don’t have time” can never be an excuse for skipping a workout. This fast-paced routine is proof that you can pack a lot of core shaping into just six minutes. But don’t let the length of the workout fool you; this routine’s no joke. Yogi star Kathryn Budig leads you through a tough mix of pulsing leg lifts (tiny movements with major impact), bicycle kicks, and more. (via Gaiam)
It may be a bit of a late reply - I have a Manduka Eko and the Manduka towel. When I'm not that sweaty I find the mat itself is super grippy, but gets slippy when wet. But the towel is awesome, and gets stickier as I get sweatier! It's even been brilliant for the occasional hot yoga class - but mostly I just mean full on Fiji flow class sweaty :) Not the cheapest or lightest option, but really works for me. The towel can then also be easily washed, and, unlike some other towels I've tried, doesn't move or get twisted during practice.
This is Jade's most popular mat for good reason. It’s a mat that strikes a balance between many great qualities at a very reasonable price. It functions as a home or travel mat if you are willing to sacrifice some padding at home and commit to a little more weight on the road. It features good durability and padding, has excellent grip in wet and dry conditions, is made without PVC or other toxic chemicals and is produced by a company with a strong tradition of responsible industry practices. To read more, visit Jade’s page 'What We Care About'.
About the channel: Nazaahah Amin is a leader in the wellness community for women of color. "Yoga is an excellent tool that can foster sisterhood and promote healing in the Black community," she writes on her website. She invites women to join her tribe by either coming to her DC- and Baltimore-based classes, or joining in online on her website or YouTube. Her channel is a mixture of classes and motivational messages and reflections.

There’s a huge assortment of yoga mats in a range of colors, patterns, materials and sizes. This collection features printed yoga mats to show off your personal style while perfecting your asanas. Choose from thin exercise mats, standard thicknesses and extra-thick mats, which provide ample cushioning between your body and the floor. Whether you’re looking for a non-slip yoga mat, Pilates mat or a Nike® yoga mat, you’re sure to find a mat that suits your needs.

Established in 2008 by Kelly Kolterman, the SoCal inspired apparel brand commits to following ethical and responsible business practices and manufacturing. Additionally, Jala Clothing partners with Yoga Gives Back, a non-profit organization helping mothers in India start their own businesses and send their children to school. Their sizes range from women’s XS to L.

Our women’s yoga pants and tops are invented and designed, tested and perfected by the active women at prAna. From ultralight to super compressive yoga pants, to supportive yoga bras and lightweight active layers for street-to-studio looks with a sustainability twist, our yoga favorites for women combine the style, performance, and durability you need to achieve the ultimate balance and embody active joy. Yoga bras and yoga tanks are available in a variety of sustainable fabrics and fits, while our yoga pants and yoga leggings come in capris, leggings, and shorts. Find the essential active basics like black yoga pants, or push the limits with vivid colors and prints on our white yoga pants with a vibrant floral pattern. Don’t forget the yoga mats and yoga gear is eco-friendly too, ensuring your practice is as mindful as it can be.